Sharing your kitchen scraps and leftovers with your flock is a great way to vary their diet, especially when winter has killed the grasses and bugs they usually forage upon.
What can chickens eat? What treats are toxic or poisonous to your birds? Can chickens eat that?
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The Best Treats For Chickens
One of my favorite treats for chickens is
It is also a ton of fun to watch chickens gobble up mealworm snacks!
I think that everyone with chickens should raise their own mealworms. It’s very easy, inexpensive and (I think) fun. By raising your own, you’ll have an unlimited supply for your flock.
If you choose not to raise
While I raise
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What Can Chickens Eat
Are you wondering what foods your chickens can eat? Well, you are in luck!
Chickens are omnivores and can safely eat and digest most meats, insects, fruits, nuts, and vegetables. However, there are a number of things that chickens cannot eat and are poisonous.
At the end of the list, you can find more detailed information about the treats and foods listed.
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A
Food | Yes/No |
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Acorn Squash, fruit, skins and seeds | Yes |
Alfalfa | Yes |
Almonds | Yes |
Almond Butter | Yes |
Amaranth, raw | No, Raw amaranth contains growth depressing antinutrients |
Amaranth, cooked or extruded | Yes |
Ant | Yes, Typically chickens won’t eat ants. Be sure no pesticides were used on any colony |
Apple | Yes |
Apple, seeds | No, Contain cyanide |
Apricot | Yes, Remove pit |
Artichoke | Yes |
Asparagus | Yes, May alter egg taste |
Avocado | No, Contains Persin, which is potentially fatal. |
B
Banana | Yes | |
Banana, skin or peel | Yes | |
Basil | Yes | Benefits the immune system |
Bean Sprouts | Yes | |
Beans | Yes | ONLY cooked beans, never dry |
Beet, leaves/leafs/greens | Yes | |
Beets | Yes | |
Bell Pepper | Yes | |
Bird Seed | Yes | |
Black Soldier Fly Larvae | Yes | |
Blueberries | Yes | |
Bread | Yes | Feed in moderation, as it contains nearly no nutritional value |
Broccoli | Maybe | See “can chickens eat broccoli” below |
Brussels Sprouts | Maybe | See “can chickens eat brussels sprouts” below |
Butter | No | Too fatty for chickens |
C
Cabbage | Maybe | See “can chickens eat cabbage” below |
Cantaloupe | Yes | |
Cantaloupe, seeds | Yes | |
Capsaicin | Yes | Chickens cannot taste capsaicin |
Carrots | Yes | |
Cat food, wet | Yes | Only feed in moderation, best to restrict to when birds are molting |
Cauliflower | Yes | |
Celery | Yes | |
Cheese | Yes | In moderation |
Cherries | Yes | Remove pit |
Cherry, pits | No | Contains cyanide |
Chia Seed | Yes | Dried or gelled is ok |
Chicken Bone | Yes | Only if cooked |
Chicken, cooked | Yes | |
Chicken, raw | No | Risk of salmonella |
Chili | Yes | |
Chives | Yes | In small quantities, and only occasionally |
Chocolate | No | |
Cilantro | Yes | |
Citrus | Maybe? | The verdict is out on this one. Some say it’s ok, others say it will interfere with calcium absorption and cause soft eggshells |
Coconut | Yes | |
Coffee grounds | No | Caffeine is not good for chickens |
Collard Greens | Yes | |
Corn | Yes | |
Corn, husk | Yes | |
Corn, on cob | Yes | |
Cornbread | Yes | |
Cottage Cheese | Yes | Feed in moderation, chickens cannot process large quantities of dairy |
Cranberry | Yes | |
Crawfish/crawdads, meat and shell | Yes | |
Crickets | Yes | |
Cucumber, peels | Yes | |
Cucumbers | Yes |
D
Dog food | Yes | Only feed in moderation, best to restrict to when birds are molting |
E
Edamame | Yes | do NOT feed uncooked soy |
Egg shell | Yes | Great source of calcium |
Egg, boiled/scrambled/cooked | Yes | Only feed cooked eggs, so they don’t start eating their own eggs |
Eggplant | Maybe? | Much debate on whether raw eggplant is safe for chickens, as it is in the nightshade family. Cooked is safe for chickens |
Eggplant, leaves | NO | Contains Solanine |
Eggs | Yes | Cooked only, to prevent encouraging egg eating |
F
Fish | Yes | |
Flax seed | Yes | |
French Fries | No | Salty/fatty foods are unhealthy |
G
Garlic | Yes | In small quantities. Excellent water additive for immune support |
Ginger | Yes | Great antioxidant and stress reducer |
Goat food | Yes | Obviously, this is not meant to be a primary food source. But no harm will come if they get in the goat feed |
Grape | Yes | |
Grapefruit | Maybe? | See- Citrus |
Grass cuttings | Yes | Don’t feed grass clippings with any weed killer, pesticides or fertilizers applied. Use caution with longer cuttings, as they could lead to crop impaction |
Green beans | Yes | |
Green peppers | Yes | |
Grits | Yes |
H
Ham | Yes | In moderation due to salt content |
Honey | Yes | |
Honeydew | Yes |
K
Kale | Maybe | See “can chickens eat kale” below |
Kidney beans | Yes | MUST be cooked |
Kiwi | Yes |
L
Lemon | Maybe? | See- Citrus |
Lettuce | Yes |
M
Maggots | No | Risk of botulism |
Mango | Yes | |
Mealworms | Yes | Save money by raising your own |
Meat scraps | Yes | Avoid fat, only feed cooked scraps, and only in moderation |
Mice | Yes | See- Rodents |
Minnows | Yes | |
Mushrooms, store bought | Yes | |
Mushrooms, wild | No | Potentially toxic |
N
Nightcrawlers | Yes | |
Nuts | Yes | Only shelled and unsalted |
O
Oatmeal | Yes | |
Oatmeal, uncooked | Yes | |
Oats | Yes | |
Okra | Yes | |
Olives | Yes | Limit cured olives due to salt |
Onion | No | Can flavor eggs in smaller quantities. In larger amounts, can cause anemia |
Orange | Maybe? | See- Citrus |
Orange peels | Maybe? | See- Citrus |
Oregano | Yes | Excellent for immune health & as a water additive |
P
Papaya | Yes | |
Pasta | Yes | Feed in moderation, as it contains nearly no nutritional value |
Peaches | Yes | Remove pit |
Peanut Butter | Yes | |
Peanuts | Yes | |
Pears | Yes | |
Peas | Yes | |
Pecans | Yes | Only shelled and unsalted |
Pepper seed | Yes | |
Peppers | Yes | |
Pickles | Yes | Limit due to salt |
Pineapple | Yes | |
Plum | Yes | Remove pit |
Pomegranate | Yes | |
Popcorn, popped | Yes | Unsalted, unbuttered only |
Popcorn, unpopped | Yes | |
Porridge | Yes | |
Potato, cooked or mashed | Yes | |
Potato, peel | No | Contains Solanine |
Potato, raw | No | Contains Solanine |
Potato, sprouted | No | Contains Solanine |
Pumpkin | Yes | |
Pumpkin, Seeds | Yes |
Q
Quinoa | Yes | Only washed or cooked, as raw contains saponins unpalatable to poultry |
R
Radishes, and greens | Yes | |
Raisins | Yes | |
Raspberries | Yes | |
Raw chicken | No | Risk of salmonella |
Rhubarb | No | Contains some oxalic acid |
Rhubarb, leaf | NO! | Highly toxic, contains oxalic acid |
Rice | Yes | Cooked only |
Rice, brown | Yes | Cooked only |
Rice, cooked | Yes | |
Rice, uncooked | No | |
Rodents | Yes | Chickens naturally eat rodents. It is a good idea to keep poisons out of the area so chickens do not eat a poisoned mouse, leading to the bird being poisoned |
S
Scrambled Eggs | Yes | |
Seaweed | Yes | |
Shrimp, meat and shell | Yes | |
Snails | Yes | Can carry gapeworm |
Spinach | Yes | |
Squash | Yes | |
Strawberries | Yes | |
String beans | Yes | |
Sunflower Seeds | Yes | Great for molting birds |
Sweet Potato | Yes |
T
Tomato, ripe fruit | Yes | |
Tomato, leaf or green fruit | No | Contains Solanine |
Turkey Carcass | Yes | Cooked only |
W
Walnuts | Yes | Only shelled and unsalted |
Watermelon | Yes | |
Watermelon, rind | Yes | |
Wheat | Yes | |
Wheat Berries | Yes |
X
Xylitol | No |
Y
Yam | Yes | |
Yogurt | Yes | Feed in moderation as chickens cannot digest milk. Good for probiotics |
Z
Zucchini | Yes |
What NOT To Feed Chickens
While chickens can eat a huge variety of kitchen scraps, there are a number of foods that are poisonous to chickens.
In general, if the food in question isn’t healthy for you, you can assume that it isn’t a suitable treat for chickens.
Fortunately, chickens tend to naturally avoid things that are bad for them.
Below is a list of what chickens can’t eat.
Alcohol | Alcohol is not good for chickens |
Amaranth, raw | Raw amaranth contains growth depressing antinutrients |
Avocado | Contains Persin, which leads to myocardial necrosis (death of the heart tissue) in poultry |
Butter | Butter is too fatty for chickens |
Chocolate | Poisonous to most pets, also contains caffeine |
Citrus | Some sources say no as citrus can inhibit calcium absorption leading to soft eggshells, others say that citrus is ok to feed birds |
Coffee or tea | Caffeine is not good for chickens and can cause |
Dry beans | Contains hemagglutinin (causes blood clots) |
Eggplant/pepper leaves | Contains Solanine (kills red blood cells and causes heart failure) |
Fried Food | Too fatty for chickens |
Maggots | Risk of botulism |
Onions | Can flavor eggs in smaller quantities. In larger amounts, can cause anemia |
Raw chicken | Risk of salmonella |
Raw Eggs | Could encourage egg eating by flock |
Rhubarb | Contains oxalic acid (causes liver damage) |
Stone Fruit pit, apple seeds | Contains cyanide (prevents blood cells from delivering oxygen to tissue) |
Tomato leaves/green fruit | Contains Solanine (kills red blood cells and causes heart failure) |
Uncooked Potato | Contains Solanine (kills red blood cells and causes heart failure) |
Uncooked rice | Potential to swell in the digestive system, causing blockages |
Wild mushrooms | Potentially toxic since they are unidentified. Human edible mushrooms are ok |
Xylitol | Xylitol is not good for any pet, including dogs, cats and birds |
Commonly Asked Questions
Are Apple Seeds Safe For Chickens
No, apples seeds are not safe for chickens as they contain trace amounts of cyanide. If they happen to eat a few seeds, it should not be a cause of panic. However, chickens should not be allowed to eat a lot of apple seeds.
Are Elephant Ears Poisonous To Chickens
Yes, Elephant Ears (also called Taro) are poisonous to chickens.
The Elephant Ear leaves contain small needle like crystals called raphines.
These raphines are made of calcium oxalate stored in special plant cells known as idioblast cells. When the leaves are damaged (by being pecked or eaten), the plant released the raphine crystals from the idioblast cells.
The raphines can cut into the linings of the mouth, esophagus and stomach. Raphines also contain a toxic protein that causes pain and tissue damage.
Source: PoultryDVM’s Toxic Plant Finder
Can Chickens Eat A Chicken Carcass
Yes, chickens can eat cooked chicken. While it may sound cannibalistic, chickens are omnivores and can safely eat and digest most meats.
For safety, any chicken you offer your flock should be cooked. Uncooked chicken could transmit disease or make them sick.
Can Chickens Eat A Whole Fish
Yes, chickens can eat a whole fish, including raw fish carcasses, heads, bones, skin, fins and guts. Do not feed chickens a heavily buttered or deep fried fish, as it is too fatty for them.
Can Chickens Eat Acorn Squash
Yes, chickens can eat acorn squash, either raw or cooked. Chickens can eat all parts of the acorn squash, including the seeds and the skin. Squash in general is a very healthy, nutritious treat for chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Acorn Squash Seeds
Yes, acorn squash seeds are safe and healthy for chickens to eat.
Can Chickens Eat Acorn Squash Skin
Yes, chickens can eat acorn squash seeds.
Can Chickens Eat Acorns
No, chickens can not eat acorns as they are toxic. Acorns, oak leaves, buds and twigs should all be avoided. Young leaves and freshly fallen acorns have the most tannins and are therefore the most toxic to chickens.
Tannins (tannic acid) can cause damage to a chicken’s gastrointestinal tract and kidneys.
Can Chickens Eat Adzuki Beans
Yes, chickens can eat adzuki beans as long as they are cooked. Chickens must never be fed dry beans which contain hemagglutinin (causes blood clots) and can be fatal.
Can Chickens Eat Alfalfa Greens
Yes, chickens can eat alfalfa greens. Alfalfa is a healthy treat that can increase the omega-3s in their eggs, improve gut health, and increases the fiber in their diet.
Can Chickens Eat Alfalfa Seeds
Yes, chickens can eat alfalfa seeds.
Can Chickens Eat Almond Butter
Yes, chickens can eat almond butter. Try to limit or avoid butters with sugar or salt, as it is not healthy for them.
Can Chickens Eat Almond Flour
Yes, chicken can eat almond flour.
Can Chickens Eat Almond Meal
Yes, chickens can eat almond meal.
Can Chickens Eat Almond Milk
Yes, chickens can drink almond milk.
Can Chickens Eat Almond Pulp
Yes, chickens can eat almond pulp.
Can Chickens Eat Almond Skins
Yes, chickens can eat almond skins.
Can Chickens Eat Almonds
Yes, chickens can eat almonds.
Can Chickens Eat Ant Eggs
Yes, chickens can eat ant eggs, as long as the ant colony was not exposed to poison.
Can Chickens Eat Anything
Chickens are omnivores and can safely eat and digest most meats, insects, fruits, nuts and vegetables. However, there are a number of things that chickens cannot eat and are toxic.
Can Chickens Eat Apple
Yes, chickens can eat apples. However, they should not eat apple seeds as they contain trace amounts of cyanide. If they happen to eat a few seeds, it should not be a cause of panic but they should not eat a lot of apple seeds.
Can Chickens Eat Apple Blossoms
Yes, chickens can eat apple blossoms. They should not be fed blossoms that have been treated with pesticides.
Can Chickens Eat Apple Butter
Yes, chickens can eat apple butter. Apple butter with sugar should be fed in moderation because sugar is not good for chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
Yes, chickens can eat apple cinnamon oatmeal.
Can Chickens Eat Apple Cores
Yes, chickens can eat apple cores. However, they should not eat apple seeds as they contain trace amounts of cyanide. If they happen to eat a few seeds, it should not be a cause of panic but they should not eat a lot of apple seeds.
Can Chickens Eat Apple Leaves
Yes, chickens can eat apple leaves. They should not be fed leaves that have been treated with pesticides.
Can Chickens Eat Apple Peels
Yes, chickens can eat apple peels.
Can Chickens Eat Apple Pie
Yes, chickens can eat apple pie. However sugary treats should be fed in moderation, as they are not the healthiest treats for chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Apple Pieces
Yes, chickens can eat apple pieces. However, they should not eat apple seeds as they contain trace amounts of cyanide. If they happen to eat a few seeds, it should not be a cause of panic but they should not eat a lot of apple seeds.
Can Chickens Eat Apple Pulp
Yes, chickens can eat apple pulp.
Can Chickens Eat Apple Scraps
Yes, chickens can eat apple scraps. However, they should not eat apple seeds as they contain trace amounts of cyanide. If they happen to eat a few seeds, it should not be a cause of panic but they should not eat a lot of apple seeds.
Can Chickens Eat Apple Seeds
No, apples seeds are not safe for chickens. Apple seeds contain trace amounts of cyanide, and should not be eaten by chickens. If they happen to eat a few seeds, it should not be a cause of panic. However, chickens should not eat a lot of apple seeds.
Can Chickens Eat Apple Skins
Yes, chickens can eat apple skins.
Can Chickens Eat Apple Slices
Yes, chickens can eat apple slices.
Can Chickens Eat Applesauce
Yes, chickens can eat applesauce.
Can Chickens Eat Apricots
Yes, chickens can eat apricots.
Can Chickens Eat Asian Greens
Yes, chickens can eat Asian greens.
Can Chickens Eat Asparagus
Yes, chickens can eat asparagus.
Can Chickens Eat Asparagus Berries
Asparagus berries are mildly toxic to humans, but are often eaten by songbirds. It can be assumed that if the berries are safe enough to be eaten by wild birds that they would also be safe for chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Asparagus Ends
Yes, chickens can eat asparagus ends.
Can Chickens Eat Asparagus Fern
Asparagus fern, also called Emerald Feather, can irritate a chickens skin if it were to rub against the plant.
Can Chickens Eat Asparagus Plants
Yes, chickens can eat asparagus plants.
Can Chickens Eat Asparagus Raw
Yes, chickens can eat raw asparagus.
Can Chickens Eat Asparagus Seeds
Asparagus seeds (also called berries) are mildly toxic to humans, but are often eaten by songbirds. It can be assumed that if the seeds are safe enough to be eaten by wild birds that they would also be safe for chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Asparagus Stalks
Yes, chickens can eat asparagus stalks.
Can Chickens Eat Asparagus Stems
Yes, chickens can eat asparagus stems.
Can Chickens Eat Avocado
No, chickens must not eat avocado. All parts of the avocado including the skin, fruit and seed contain a compound called persin that is highly toxic to chickens. Avocado, even in small amounts, can be fatal to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Avocado Flesh
No, chickens must not eat avocado. All parts of the avocado including the flesh, fruit and seed contain a compound called persin that is highly toxic to chickens. Avocado, even in small amounts, can be fatal to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Avocado Leaves
No, chickens must not eat avocado. All parts of the avocado including the skin, fruit, seed and leaves contain a compound called persin that is highly toxic to chickens. Avocado, even in small amounts, can be fatal to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Avocado Meat
No, chickens must not eat avocado. All parts of the avocado including the skin, fruit (meat) and seed contain a compound called persin that is highly toxic to chickens. Avocado, even in small amounts, can be fatal to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Avocado Oil
Yes, chickens can eat avocado oil in moderation. While all parts of the avocado is toxic due to a compound called persin, avocado oil does not contain persin.
Can Chickens Eat Avocado Peels
No, chickens must not eat avocado. All parts of the avocado including the skin, fruit and seed contain a compound called persin that is highly toxic to chickens. Avocado, even in small amounts, can be fatal to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Avocado Skin
No, chickens must not eat avocado. All parts of the avocado including the skin, fruit and seed contain a compound called persin that is highly toxic to chickens. Avocado, even in small amounts, can be fatal to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Baby Carrots
Yes, chickens can eat baby carrots.
Can Chickens Eat Baby Plum Tomatoes
Yes, chickens can eat ripe baby plum tomatoes. While the ripe tomato fruit is safe for chickens, green tomatoes, leaves and plant stems are toxic to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Baby Tomatoes
Yes, chickens can eat ripe baby tomatoes. While the ripe tomato fruit is safe for chickens, green tomatoes, leaves and plant stems are toxic to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Bad Eggs
No, chickens should not eat bad eggs or any other food that is not safe for humans to eat.
Can Chickens Eat Baked Beans
Yes, chickens can eat baked beans. While cooked beans are safe for chickens, uncooked beans contain lectins which are toxic to chickens. Never feed uncooked beans to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Banana Bread
Yes, chickens can eat banana bread.
Can Chickens Eat Banana Nut Bread
Yes, chickens can eat banana nut bread.
Can Chickens Eat Banana Peels
Yes, chickens can eat banana peels.
Can Chickens Eat Bananas Skin
Yes, chickens can eat banana skin.
Can Chickens Eat Basil?
Yes, chickens can eat basil. In fact, basil has many health benefits like increased respiratory health, mucous membrane health and promoting orange egg yolks.
Can Chickens Eat Battered Fish
Yes, chickens can eat battered fish. However deep fried foods are not good for chickens and should be fed in moderation.
Can Chickens Eat Bean Leaves
Yes, chickens can eat bush bean leaves. Castor beans however are extremely toxic and contain ricin. Never feed castor bean leaves to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Bean Plants
Yes, chickens can eat bush bean plants. Castor beans plants however are extremely toxic and contain ricin. Never feed castor bean leaves to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Bean Pods
Yes, chickens can eat bush bean pods.
Can Chickens Eat Bean Shells
Yes, chickens can eat bush bean shells.
Can Chickens Eat Bean Shoots
Yes, chickens can eat bush bean shoots. Castor bean plants however are extremely toxic and contain ricin. Never feed castor bean leaves to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Bean Soup
Yes, chickens can eat cooked beans. While cooked beans are safe for chickens, uncooked beans contain lectins which are toxic to chickens. Never feed uncooked beans to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Bean Sprouts
Yes, chickens can eat bean sprouts. While sprouted beans are safe for chickens, uncooked beans contain lectins which are toxic to chickens. Never feed dry beans to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Bean Stems
Yes, chickens can eat bush bean plants. Castor bean plants however are extremely toxic and contain ricin. Never feed castor bean leaves to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Beans
Yes, chickens can eat cooked beans. While cooked beans are safe for chickens, uncooked beans contain lectins which are toxic to chickens. Never feed uncooked beans to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Beefsteak Tomato
Yes, chickens can eat ripe beefsteak tomatoes. While the ripe tomato fruit is safe for chickens, green tomatoes, leaves and plant stems are toxic to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Beet Greens
Yes, chickens can eat all parts of the beet plant including beet greens.
Can Chickens Eat Beet Leaves
Yes, chickens can eat all parts of the beet plant including beet leaves.
Can Chickens Eat Beet Peels
Yes, chickens can eat all parts of the beet plant including beet peels.
Can Chickens Eat Beet Pulp
Yes, chickens can eat all parts of the beet plant including beet pulp.
Can Chickens Eat Beet Pulp Shreds
Yes, chickens can eat all parts of the beet plant including beet shreds.
Can Chickens Eat Beet Skins
Yes, chickens can eat all parts of the beet plant including beet skins.
Can Chickens Eat Beet Tops
Yes, chickens can eat all parts of the beet plant including beet tops.
Can Chickens Eat Beetroot
Yes, chickens can eat all parts of the beet plant including beetroot.
Can Chickens Eat Beetroot Greens
Yes, chickens can eat all parts of the beet plant including beetroot greens.
Can Chickens Eat Beets
Yes, chickens can eat all parts of the beet plant.
Can Chickens Eat Beets Leaves
Yes, chickens can eat all parts of the beet plant including beet leaves.
Can Chickens Eat Bell Pepper
Yes, chickens can eat ripe bell peppers. While the ripe pepper is safe for chickens, unripe peppers, leaves and plant stems contain solanine and are toxic to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Bell Pepper Leaves
No, chickens cannot eat bell pepper leaves. While the ripe pepper is safe for chickens, unripe peppers, leaves and plant stems contain solanine and are toxic to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Bell Pepper Scraps
Yes, chickens can eat ripe bell peppers scraps. While the ripe pepper is safe for chickens, unripe peppers, leaves and plant stems contain solanine and are toxic to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Bell Peppers Plants
No, chickens cannot eat bell pepper plants. While the ripe pepper is safe for chickens, unripe peppers, leaves and plant stems contain solanine and are toxic to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Bell Peppers Seeds
Yes, chickens can eat bell pepper seeds. While the seeds are safe for chickens, unripe peppers, leaves and plant stems contain solanine and are toxic to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Bell Peppers Stems
No, chickens cannot eat bell pepper stems. While the ripe pepper is safe for chickens, unripe peppers, leaves and plant stems contain solanine and are toxic to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Berries
Yes, chickens can eat any berries that are sold in the grocery store such as blueberries, strawberries, raspberries. Etc.
Can Chickens Eat Bird Food
Yes, chicken can eat bird food.
Can Chickens Eat Bird Seed
Yes, chicken can eat bird seed.
Can Chickens Eat Bitter Cucumbers
Yes, chickens can eat bitter cucumbers.
Can Chickens Eat Black Beans
Yes, chickens can eat baked beans. While cooked beans are safe for chickens, uncooked beans contain lectins which are toxic to chickens. Never feed uncooked beans to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Black Eyed Beans
Yes, chickens can eat baked beans. While cooked beans are safe for chickens, uncooked beans contain lectins that are toxic to chickens. Never feed uncooked beans to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Black Eyed Peas
Yes, chickens can eat cooked black eyed peas. While cooked beans are safe for chickens, uncooked beans contain lectins which are toxic to chickens. Never feed uncooked beans to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Black Grapes
Yes, chickens can eat back grapes.
Can Chickens Eat Blackberries
Yes, chickens can eat blackberries.
Can Chickens Eat Blue Cheese
Yes, chickens can eat blue cheese. However cheese and milk products should be fed in moderation. Chickens do not possess the lactase enzyme and therefore cannot digest lactose. Milk products in excess can cause diarrhea.
Can Chickens Eat Blueberries
Yes, chickens can eat blueberries.
Can Chickens Eat Blueberries Whole
Yes, chickens can eat whole blueberries.
Can Chickens Eat Blueberry Bagels
Yes, chickens can eat blueberry bagels. However bread should be fed in moderation as it contains nearly no nutritional value.
Can Chickens Eat Blueberry Muffins
Yes, chickens can eat blueberry muffins. However bread should be fed in moderation as it contains nearly no nutritional value.
Can Chickens Eat Blueberry Pie
Yec, chickens can eat blueberry pie. However desserts should be fed in moderation as they often have lots of sugar which isn’t good for chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Blueberry Yogurt
Yes, chickens can eat blueberry yogurt. However cheese and milk products should be fed in moderation. Chickens do not possess the lactase enzyme and therefore cannot digest lactose. Milk products in excess can cause diarrhea.
Can Chickens Eat Boiled Cabbage
Possibly. Cabbage contains goitrogens agents which interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, broccoli, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on cabbage and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Boiled Chicken
Yes, chickens can eat boiled chicken. While it may sound cannibalistic, chickens are omnivores and can safely eat and digest most meats. For safety, any chicken you offer your flock should be cooked. Uncooked chicken could transmit disease or make them sick.
Can Chickens Eat Boiled Egg Shells
Yes, chickens can eat boiled shell eggs.
Can Chickens Eat Boiled Eggs
Yes, chickens can eat boiled eggs.
Can Chickens Eat Bottle Gourd
Yes, chickens can eat bottle gourd (also called Calabash)
Can Chickens Eat Bramley Apples
Yes, chickens can eat bramley apples. However, they should not eat apple seeds as they contain trace amounts of cyanide. If they happen to eat a few seeds, it should not be a cause of panic but they should not eat a lot of apple seeds.
Can Chickens Eat Bread
Yes, chickens can eat bread. However it should be fed in moderation as it contains nearly no nutritional value.
Can Chickens Eat Bread Crumbs
Yes, chickens can eat bread crumbs. However it should be fed in moderation as it contains nearly no nutritional value.
Can Chickens Eat Bread Crust
Yes, chickens can eat bread crust. However it should be fed in moderation as it contains nearly no nutritional value.
Can Chickens Eat Bread Dough
Yes, chickens can eat bread dough. However it should be fed in moderation as it contains nearly no nutritional value.
Can Chickens Eat Bread Grain
Yes, chickens can eat bread grain.
Can Chickens Eat Bread Rolls
Yes, chickens can eat bread rolls. However it should be fed in moderation as it contains nearly no nutritional value.
Can Chickens Eat Bread With Butter
Bread has nearly no nutritional value and butter is too fatty for chickens. While you could feed buttered bread to chickens, this is one treat that should probably be skipped.
Can Chickens Eat Bread With Mold
No, chickens should never be fed food with mold.
Can Chickens Eat Breadfruit
Yes, chickens can eat breadfruit.
A 2006 study titled “Potential of Breadfruit Meal as Alternative Energy Source to Maize in Diet of Broiler Chickens” evaluated feeding chickens both raw and cooked breadfruit meal as a substitute for corn. While the study did not research the safety of feeding chickens breadfruit, the documents did not report any toxic side effects from eating breadfruit.
Another study suggests that breadfruit would be a beneficial addition to a chicken’s diet.
Further, a presentation by the University of Hawaii at Manoa noted that breadfruit is a beneficial energy source for chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Brie Cheese
Yes, chickens can eat brie cheese. However cheese and milk products should be fed in moderation. Since chickens are not mammals, they do not possess the lactase enzyme and therefore cannot digest lactose. Additionally, milk products in excess can cause diarrhea.
Can Chickens Eat Broad Beans
No, chickens should not eat broad beans, also known as Fava or faba beans.
Can Chickens Eat Broad Beans Skins
No, chickens should not eat broad bean skins, also known as Fava beans.
According to Cornell University, broad beans negatively affect chickens metabolism. Feeding broad beans to chickens can stunt growth, cause enlarged livers and pancreas in chicks, decrease egg production, and decrease egg hatchability.
Can Chickens Eat Broccoli
Possibly. Broccoli contains goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on broccoli and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Broccoli Flowers
Possibly. Broccoli contains goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on broccoli and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Broccoli Leaves
Possibly. Broccoli contains goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on broccoli and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Broccoli Plants
Possibly. Broccoli contains goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on broccoli and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Broccoli Rabe
Yes, chickens can eat broccoli rabe.
Can Chickens Eat Broccoli Rabe Leaves
Yes, chickens can eat broccoli rabe leaves.
Can Chickens Eat Broccoli Raw
Possibly. Broccoli contains goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on broccoli and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Broccoli Sprouts
Possibly. Broccoli contains goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on broccoli and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Broccoli Stems
Possibly. Broccoli contains goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on broccoli and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Broccolini
Yes, chickens can eat broccolini.
Can Chickens Eat Brown Bananas
Yes, chickens can eat brown bananas.
Can Chickens Eat Brown Beans
Yes, chickens can eat brown beans. While cooked beans are safe for chickens, uncooked beans contain lectins which are toxic to chickens. Never feed uncooked beans to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Brown Bread
Yes, chickens can eat brown bread in moderation as long as it is not moldy. Bread has nearly no nutritional value.
Can chickens eat brussels sprouts?
Possibly. Brussels sprouts contain goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, broccoli, cabbage, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on brussels sprouts and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Bush Beans
Yes, chickens can eat all varieties of bush beans.
Can Chickens Eat Butter
No, chickens should not be given butter. Butter is too fatty for chickens and should be avoided.
Can Chickens Eat Butter Beans
Yes, chickens can eat butter beans, also known as lima beans.
Can Chickens Eat Buttered Bread
Bread has nearly no nutritional value and butter is too fatty for chickens. While you could feed buttered bread to chickens, this is one treat that should probably be skipped.
Can Chickens Eat Cabbage
Possibly. Cabbage contains goitrogens agents which interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, broccoli, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on cabbage and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Cabbage Core
Possibly. Cabbage contains goitrogens agents which interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, broccoli, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on cabbage and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Cabbage Leaves
Possibly. Cabbage contains goitrogens agents which interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, broccoli, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on cabbage and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Cabbage Moths
Yes, chickens can eat cabbage moths. Chickens are omnivores and naturally consume bugs as a part of their diet.
Can Chickens Eat Cabbage Plants
Possibly. Cabbage contains goitrogens agents which interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, broccoli, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on cabbage and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Cabbage White Caterpillars
Yes, chickens can eat the Cabbage White butterfly. Their caterpillar however feeds on brassica plants (like cabbage and broccoli) that contain mustard oils and can store them in their bodies making them distasteful to birds.
Can Chickens Eat Cabbage Worms
While chickens are omnivores and can eat cabbage worms, the caterpillar feeds on brassica plants (like cabbage and broccoli) that contain mustard oils and can store them in their bodies making them distasteful to birds.
Can Chickens Eat Cactus Fruit
Yes, chickens can eat cactus fruit, which is also known as prickly pears.
Can Chickens Eat Canned Beans
Yes, chickens can eat canned beans. While cooked beans are safe for chickens, uncooked beans contain lectins which are toxic to chickens. Never feed uncooked beans to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Canned Beets
Yes, chickens can eat canned beets as long as they are not expired.
Can Chickens Eat Canned Carrots
Yes, chickens can eat canned carrots as long as they are not expired.
Can Chickens Eat Canned Chicken
Yes, chickens can eat canned chicken as long as it is not expired. Chickens are omnivores which means they can eat vegetables, seeds, grain, insects and meat.
Can Chickens Eat Canned Dog Food
Yes, chickens can eat canned dog food on occasion. Canned dog food should not be fed as the chickens primary food source, but it is ok to be offered as a treat.
Can Chickens Eat Canned Green Beans
Yes, chickens can eat canned green beans as long as they are not expired.
Can Chickens Eat Canned Kidney Beans
Yes, chickens can eat canned kidney beans. While cooked beans are safe for chickens, uncooked beans contain lectins which are toxic to chickens. Never feed uncooked beans to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Canned Peas
Yes, chickens can eat canned peas as long as they are not expired.
Can Chickens Eat Canned Tomatoes
Yes, chickens can eat canned tomatoes. While the ripe tomato fruit is safe for chickens, green tomatoes, leaves and plant stems are toxic to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Canned Tuna Fish
Yes, chickens can eat canned tuna fish as long as it is not expired. Chickens are omnivores which means they can eat a wide variety of vegetables, seeds, grain, insects and meat.
Can Chickens Eat Cannellini Beans
Yes, chickens can eat cannellini beans. While cooked beans are safe for chickens, uncooked beans contain lectins which are toxic to chickens. Never feed uncooked beans to chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Cantaloupe Rind
Yes, chickens can eat cantaloupe rind. Melons are a favorite treat for chickens and they can eat all parts of the fruit including rind, flesh and seeds.
Can Chickens Eat Cantaloupe Seeds
Yes, chickens can eat cantaloupe seeds. Melons are a favorite treat for chickens and they can eat all parts of the fruit including rind, flesh and seeds.
Can Chickens Eat Carrot Cake
Yes, chickens can eat carrot cake. However carrot cake is not a very healthy treat and should be fed in moderation.
Can Chickens Eat Carrot Greens
Yes, chickens can eat carrot greens. Carrots are a great, healthy treat for chickens. Chickens can eat all parts of the carrot including the greens, and can safely eat both raw and cooked carrots.
Can Chickens Eat Carrot Leaves
Yes, chickens can eat carrot leaves. Carrots are a great, healthy treat for chickens. Chickens can eat all parts of the carrot including the leaves, and can safely eat both raw and cooked carrots.
Can Chickens Eat Carrot Peels
Yes, chickens can eat carrot peels. Carrots are a great, healthy treat for chickens. Chickens can eat all parts of the carrot including the greens, and can safely eat both raw and cooked carrots.
Can Chickens Eat Carrot Plants
Yes, chickens can eat carrot plants. Carrots are a great, healthy treat for chickens. Chickens can eat all parts of the carrot including the greens, and can safely eat both raw and cooked carrots.
Can Chickens Eat Carrot Pulp
Yes, chickens can eat carrot pulp. Carrots are a great, healthy treat for chickens. Chickens can eat all parts of the carrot including the greens, and can safely eat both raw and cooked carrots.
Can Chickens Eat Carrot Scraps
Yes, chickens can eat carrot scraps. Carrots are a great, healthy treat for chickens. Chickens can eat all parts of the carrot including the greens, and can safely eat both raw and cooked carrots.
Can Chickens Eat Carrot Shavings
Yes, chickens can eat carrot shavings. Carrots are a great, healthy treat for chickens. Chickens can eat all parts of the carrot including the greens, and can safely eat both raw and cooked carrots.
Can Chickens Eat Carrot Stalks
Yes, chickens can eat carrot stalks. Carrots are a great, healthy treat for chickens. Chickens can eat all parts of the carrot including the greens, and can safely eat both raw and cooked carrots.
Can Chickens Eat Carrot Stems
Yes, chickens can eat carrot stems. Carrots are a great, healthy treat for chickens. Chickens can eat all parts of the carrot including the greens, and can safely eat both raw and cooked carrots.
Can Chickens Eat Carrot Tops
Yes, chickens can eat carrot tops. Carrots are a great, healthy treat for chickens. Chickens can eat all parts of the carrot including the greens, and can safely eat both raw and cooked carrots.
Can Chickens Eat Carrots
Yes, chickens can eat carrots. Carrots are a great, healthy treat for chickens. Chickens can eat all parts of the carrot including the greens, and can safely eat both raw and cooked carrots.
Can Chickens Eat Carrots Raw
Yes, chickens can eat raw carrots. Carrots are a great, healthy treat for chickens. Chickens can eat all parts of the carrot including the greens, and can safely eat both raw and cooked carrots.
Can Chickens Eat Carrots Skin
Yes, chickens can eat carrot skins. Carrots are a great, healthy treat for chickens. Chickens can eat all parts of the carrot including the greens, and can safely eat both raw and cooked carrots.
Can Chickens Eat Cauliflower
Possibly. Cauliflower contains goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, broccoli, brussel sprouts, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on cauliflower and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Cauliflower Cheese
Cauliflower cheese is a dish that should probably not be fed to chickens.
Cauliflower contains goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, broccoli, brussel sprouts, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on cauliflower and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Additionally, milk products (cheese) can be hard on a chickens as stomach they do not possess the lactase enzyme and therefore cannot digest lactose. Additionally, milk products in excess can cause diarrhea.
Can Chickens Eat Cauliflower Florets
Possibly. Cauliflower contains goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, broccoli, brussel sprouts, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on cauliflower and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Cauliflower Greens
Possibly. Cauliflower contains goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, broccoli, brussel sprouts, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on cauliflower and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Cauliflower Leaves
Possibly. Cauliflower contains goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, broccoli, brussel sprouts, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on cauliflower and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Cauliflower Raw
Possibly. Cauliflower contains goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, broccoli, brussel sprouts, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on cauliflower and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Cauliflower Skin
Possibly. Cauliflower contains goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, broccoli, brussel sprouts, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on cauliflower and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Cauliflower Stems
Possibly. Cauliflower contains goitrogens agents that interfere with the normal production of thyroxine by the thyroid glands. This can result in avian goiters, immune deficiency, reproductive problems, decreased metabolism, lethargy, and skin and feather issues.
Other foods that contain goitrogenic agents include soybean, flax, rapeseed, kale, cabbage, broccoli, brussel sprouts, and turnips [source].
There is limited information on cauliflower and chickens, and exactly how much is safe to eat. While likely safe in moderation, a definitive answer cannot be found.
Can Chickens Eat Celery
Yes, chickens can eat celery.
Because celery can be tough and stringy, it is best to chop it into small pieces for your chickens.
Celery contains vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, vitamin K, vitamin B, vitamin C, phosphorus, magnesium and lots of fiber.
Can Chickens Eat Celery Greens
Yes, chickens can eat celery greens.
Celery contains vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, vitamin K, vitamin B, vitamin C, phosphorus, magnesium and lots of fiber.
Because celery can be tough and stringy, it is best to chop it into small pieces for your chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Celery Leaves
Yes, chickens can eat celery leaves.
Celery contains vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, vitamin K, vitamin B, vitamin C, phosphorus, magnesium and lots of fiber.
Can Chickens Eat Celery Pulp
Yes, chickens can eat celery pulp.
Celery contains vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, vitamin K, vitamin B, vitamin C, phosphorus, magnesium and lots of fiber.
Can Chickens Eat Celery Root
Yes, chickens can eat celery root (also called Celeriac)
Can Chickens Eat Celery Scraps
Yes, chickens can eat celery scraps.
Celery contains vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, vitamin K, vitamin B, vitamin C, phosphorus, magnesium and lots of fiber.
Because celery can be tough and stringy, it is best to chop it into small pieces for your chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Celery Seed
Yes, chickens can eat celery seeds.
Can Chickens Eat Celery Stalks
Yes, chickens can eat celery stalks.
Celery contains vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, vitamin K, vitamin B, vitamin C, phosphorus, magnesium and lots of fiber.
Because celery can be tough and stringy, it is best to chop it into small pieces for your chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Celery Sticks
Yes, chickens can eat celery sticks.
Celery contains vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, vitamin K, vitamin B, vitamin C, phosphorus, magnesium and lots of fiber.
Because celery can be tough and stringy, it is best to chop it into small pieces for your chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Celery Tops
Yes, chickens can eat celery tops.
Celery contains vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, vitamin K, vitamin B, vitamin C, phosphorus, magnesium and lots of fiber.
Because celery can be tough and stringy, it is best to chop it into small pieces for your chickens.
Can Chickens Eat Cheddar Cheese
Yes, chickens can eat cheddar cheese. However, cheese and milk products should be fed in moderation. Since chickens are not mammals, they do not possess the lactase enzyme and therefore cannot digest lactose. Additionally, milk products in excess can cause diarrhea.
Can Chickens Eat Cheese
Yes, chickens can eat cheese. However, cheese and milk products should be fed in moderation. Since chickens are not mammals, they do not possess the lactase enzyme and therefore cannot digest lactose. Additionally, milk products in excess can cause diarrhea.
Can Chickens Eat Cheese Balls
Yes, chickens can eat cheese balls. However, cheese and milk products should be fed in moderation. Since chickens are not mammals, they do not possess the lactase enzyme and therefore cannot digest lactose. Additionally, milk products in excess can cause diarrhea.
Can Chickens Eat Chocolate
No, chickens should not be given chocolate. Chocolate contains theobromine and caffeine, both of which are toxic to many animals including chickens. Dark chocolate has a higher concentration of theobromine than milk chocolate.
However, eating a small amount of chocolate on rare occasions should not be dangerous to chickens.
In one scientific study (Theobromine as undesirable substances in animal feed), chickens were fed measured doses of theobromine. This study concluded that 15 grams per kilogram of theobromine can be immediately fatal to a laying hen, but lower doses caused damage to the kidneys and liver.
Per the study, the lowest dose found to be toxic (but not immediately fatal) to chickens was 66 mg of theobromine per kilogram of body weight.
The average weight of an adult standard breed chicken is 8 pounds, or about 3.5 kilograms. At 3.5 kilograms, a chicken would need to eat about 240 mg theobromine for chocolate toxicity.
In order to ingest 240 mg theobromine, a single chicken would need to consume just ONE of the following:
- 2.5 tablespoons of Hershey’s Cocoa Powder
- Almost 4 Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bars
- 7 pieces of Hershey’s Bliss dark chocolate
- 12 pieces Hershey’s Kisses Special Dark Mildly Sweet Chocolates
- 32 Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Kisses
As you can see, a single chicken would need to eat quite a bit of chocolate in order to reach the toxic threshold. So, while chocolate should be avoided completely, a small amount should not be dangerous or cause for concern.
Source: Caffeine and Theobromine Content of Selected Hershey’s Chocolate
Theobromine as undesirable substances in animal feed
Can Chickens Eat Tomato
Yes, chickens can safely eat ripe tomatoes. However, unripe tomatoes, tomato leaves, and parts of the tomato plant are toxic to chickens as they contain solanine and demissine.
FAQ
Some of the things that should not be fed to chickens include amaranth, avocado, butter, chocolate, citrus, caffeine (including coffee grounds), dry beans eggplant leaves, and more. The full list is available here.
Some of the things that should not be fed to chickens include amaranth, avocado, butter, chocolate, citrus, caffeine (including coffee grounds), dry beans eggplant leaves, and more. The full list is available here.
Bread should be fed in moderation as it contains nearly no nutritional value.
Some of the things that should not be fed to chickens include amaranth, avocado, butter, chocolate, citrus, caffeine (including coffee grounds), dry beans eggplant leaves, and more. The full list is available here.
Yes! Banana peels are safe to eat, though they usually ignore them.
Chickens cannot eat onions as they may flavor eggs in smaller quantities. In larger amounts, could cause anemia.
Yes! Chickens can eat cucumbers and cucumber peels.
Yes, chickens can eat any cooked rice. Uncooked rice should be avoided.
Chickens cannot eat onions as they may flavor eggs in smaller quantities. In larger amounts, could cause anemia.
No, chickens should not eat anything with caffeine.
Pasta should be fed in moderation as it contains nearly no nutritional value
Yes! Chickens enjoy strawberries.
Yes! Chickens enjoy lettuce.
Yes! Chickens can eat cheese in moderation.
Yes! Chickens can eat grapes.
Chickens can eat apples, however, the seeds should be avoided in excess as they contain cyanide (which prevents blood cells from delivering oxygen to tissue).
Yes, chickens can have popped or unpopped popcorn. It should be unsalted and unbuttered.
Yes! Chickens can eat raisins.
Sources
https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/are-grass-clippings-bad-for-your-chickens.760044/
http://www.merckvetmanual.com/toxicology/food-hazards/avocado
http://www2.ca.uky.edu/smallflocks/Nutrition-Amaranth.html
http://www.oldfashionedfamilies.com/things-you-should-and-should-not-feed-chickens/
http://www.hobbyfarms.com/feeding-chicken-scraps-to-chickens/
https://countrysidenetwork.com/daily/poultry/feed-health/what-is-coconut-oil-good-for-chickens/
https://www.backyardchickencoops.com.au/herbs-for-hen-health-ginger
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/20075283/
http://articles.extension.org/pages/67473/feeding-quinoa-to-poultry
http://articles.extension.org/pages/65717/seaweed-in-poultry-diets
http://www.poultrydvm.com/condition/cyanide-poisoning
https://www.petmd.com/bird/slideshows/8-foods-are-toxic-birds
me
Thursday 24th of October 2024
can chickens eat raccoon? or iguana? Just wondering if I find dead raccoon or iguana can I chop it up and feed it to my chickens.
Tim
Monday 13th of May 2024
Check any processed foods for Xylitol, a toxic and cheap artificial sweetener used in some peanut butter and other processed foods that will kill a chicken, dogs, etc... Avoid Xylitol in any processed foods. I know many chicken, dogs, and other animals owners who were unaware of this and I try to spread the information.
david
Sunday 28th of January 2024
can chickens eat salvinia natans? it's a moss in our pond
aa
Friday 1st of December 2023
Can Chickens Eat Dates? When feeding chickens, it is essential to provide them with a balanced diet. Many chicken owners wonder if it's safe to feed their feathered friends dates. Simply put, dates are fine to feed to chickens as a snack or supplementary food, but not as a staple in their diet. In this article, we’ll delve into the topic of whether chickens can eat dates and explore the potential benefits and precautions of adding dates to your diet. https://x-abcd.com/blogs/knowledge/can-chickens-eat-dates
William Everett Witt
Wednesday 18th of October 2023
Okra raw will kill your chickens by turning to a slimy mucus in their gizzard snd drowning them in mucus